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5 Recommended Restaurants to Visit Near Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Kyoto
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Winter Feasting - 5 Osaka Restaurants with Delicious Hot Oden
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Savor the Flavors of Autumn in Japan! ‘Tis the Season for Eating!
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Top 6 Places to Enjoy a Delicious Lunch in Shin-Osaka!
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Try These Yakitori! 15 Recommended Izakaya in Osaka
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, January 2024
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15 Recommended Okonomiyaki Restaurants in Umeda
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14 Japanese Seafood Restaurants in Kobe
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Eating Solo in Kyoto? Try These 15 Casual Restaurants!
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5 popular SAVOR JAPAN Yakiniku Restaurants that Travelers are into!
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This is Osaka! Restaurants that have Served Classic Gourmet Dishes for Generations
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16 Restaurants Around Gion for Touristy Lunch Breaks!
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What is Matsusaka-gyu? 5 Restaurants to Enjoy Matsusaka-gyu in Mie Prefecture
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Top 5 Irresistible Izakayas for a Delectable Experience in Osaka
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, August 2019
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15 Izakaya in Kyoto that are Perfect for Families
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A Kyoto Local's Recommendations for Places to Enjoy the Fall Foliage and Nearby Restaurants
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15 Cheap and Tasty Izakaya in Shijo-Kawaramachi
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Embark on a trip where one can stay at Nara's oldest soy sauce brewery, where on can feel the origins of Japanese food culture
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15 Fantastic Ramen in Kyoto That Are Popular Among Foreign Tourists
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Discover the Charms of Japanese Whisky with These Restaurants That Also Serve Delicious Food
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Exploring Five Exquisite Wagyu Beef Dining Destinations in Namba and Shinsaibashi
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10 Delicious Sushi Spots in Kyoto
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Top 15 Japanese Pubs in Kyoto That Serve Delicious Local Cuisine
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13 Must-Try Yakiniku Restaurants in Kobe
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Top 13 Must-Visit Dining Destinations in Nara, as Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
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14 Yakiniku Restaurants in Kyoto with Noteworthy Menus
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Romantic Date Nights Await! Explore 5 Osaka Restaurants Offering Stunning Night Views
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Perfect for Post-Work Relaxation or Dining on a Business Trip - Top 13 Gourmet Destinations in and around Shin-Osaka Station
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Savor Delightful Tempura in Kyoto: 5 Restaurants Known for Delicious Food and Exceptional Atmosphere
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[Kyoto] 10 Yakiniku Spots With Excellent Wagyu Beef
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14 Restaurants and Izakaya to Visit after Exploring Nijo Castle, Kyoto
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Lost for Choice? Try These 15 Delicious Okonomiyaki Restaurants in Osaka!
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10 Recommended Spots to Enjoy Kyoto Cuisine and Obanzai in the Tea City of Uji, Kyoto
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto Recommended by Japanese Master Chefs
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21 Yakiniku Spots to Enjoy Delicious Beef in Kyobashi!
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Must-Visit Restaurants Around Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site
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50 Restaurants in Japan Where Luggage Storage Service is Available
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Popular Japanese Dishes Made with Fish
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Savor the Food and Enjoy the Sights at Osaka's Famous Spot, Dotonbori!
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More than Kobe Beef: 10 Must-Try Restaurants in Kobe
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15 Teppanyaki Restaurants in Osaka for Enjoying Delicious Wagyu
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The History Behind Fugu Cuisine and Different Delicious Ways to Eat Fugu
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Admire Fantastic Wintery Scenery and More at the Kobe Luminarie!
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Kobe Beef in Kobe: 5 Famous Restaurants Offering the Best Branded Wagyu Beef
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Indulge in Osaka's Summer Tradition: Tenjin Festival! Delight Your Palate at These 5 Restaurants After the Festivities
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Embrace the Arrival of Spring With Plum Blossoms and a Seasonal Feast
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Winter Delights Await! Experience a Diverse Array of Hotpot Cuisine at These 5 Osaka Restaurants
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9 Delicious and Famous Ramen Restaurants in Kyoto
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Top Lunch Spots in Famous Tourist Locations of Kyoto
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Enjoy Sushi Found Only in Gion, Kyoto
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Savoring Kyoto: 5 Unique Traditional Japanese Restaurants for a Leisurely Experience
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[2023] Experience the Exquisite and Seasonal Flavors of Japan! Indulge in the Japanese Culture of Omotenashi with Kaiseki Cuisine
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Fancy Restaurants With Chic Designs in Kyoto
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Some of the Best Restaurants in Osaka That Use Local Ingredients
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An Unprecedented Matcha Boom! 16 Recommended Sweets from Uji, Where History and Tradition are Kept Alive!
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Visit These 15 Restaurants in Kyoto After Enjoying the Fall Leaves
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What Is Yuba? The History and Method Behind Japanese Tofu Skin, and Where to Try It in Kyoto
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14 Amazing Restaurants That Serve Sake in Kyoto
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, November 2018
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Top 15 Summer Dining Destinations in Osaka
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A Guide to Japanese New Year's Soba
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14 Highly Recommended Restaurants that Kyoto-Lovers and Gourmets Cannot Miss Duaring Winter
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13 Recommended Shopping, Entertainment, and Izakaya Spots in Kyobashi, Osaka
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Japanese restaurants to stop by on your way home from sightseeing at the popular Kinkakuji Temple and Nijo Castle
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13 Reccomended Lunch Spots Around Umeda!
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Enjoy a special experience at shrines and temples which have been registered as World Heritage Sites and National Treasures
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10 Restaurants in Nara with Multilingual Menus
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10 Restaurants Where You Can Enjoy a Sushi Lunch in the Popular Travel Destination of Kyoto
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15 Delicious Steak Restaurants in Kyoto
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10 Select Restaurants in Osaka Serving Kaiseki Cuisine
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The 25 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, March 2019
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto with Delicious Seafood Dishes
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15 Cafes in Kyoto Where to Find the Most Delicious Desserts
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A Foodie Tour to Discover Awaji Island and its Fantastic Local Products
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Enjoy Japanese Halal food at Muslim friendly restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka!
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14 Izakaya in Kyoto that are Recommended by Locals
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15 Great Restaurants With Artistic Cuisine for Special Occasions in Kyoto
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Dashi: The Essence of Japanese Cuisine
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Restaurants to Visit on Special Occasions in Your Sunday Best
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15 Restaurants You Should Visit in Nara
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23 Steak and Curry Restaurants in Umeda, Osaka with Fantastic Flavors!
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12 Shinsaibashi Cafes Representing the Bustling City of Osaka
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Gateway to the South: Top 16 Places to Eat Lunch in Namba
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Top 15 Easily Accessible Restaurants that Offer Dishes Unique to Kyoto
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Hydrangea Season Is Almost Here! Famous Hydrangea Spots and Nearby Fantastic Restaurants
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Exploring Osaka's Culinary Treasures: The Top 5 Yakiniku Restaurants for Wagyu Bliss
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Top 17 Recommended Restaurants and Izakayas around Osaka / Umeda Station [Japanese Cuisine Edition]
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15 Izakaya Serving Seafood near Popular Osaka Sightseeing Spots
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14 Izakaya in Osaka that Serve Must-Try Nabe Dishes
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Osaka's Top 10 Family Friendly Restaurants
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15 Famous Japanese Restaurants to go to when Visiting Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
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15 Great Restaurants in Shinsaibashi, Osaka – One of the Leading Shopping Areas of Japan!
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Recommended Restaurants Around Himeji to Drop By When Visiting Himeji Castle
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11 Stylish Cafes in Nakazaki-cho
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The 6 Restaurants in Kansai to Enjoy Japanese Cuisine after Hanami
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15 Must-Dine Places When in Kyoto for Lunch
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Revitalize Your Spirit in the New Year! 5 Restaurants near Kasuga-taisha Shrine in Nara for a Spiritual Recharge
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Unparalled Access! 30 Restaurants Around Osaka Station
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Must-Try Recommended Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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15 Cafes and Restaurants with Delicious Desserts in Kyoto
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8 Yakiniku Restaurants in Umeda with Quality Meat and Great Value for Money (Osaka)
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15 Izakaya Where You Can Enoy Delicious Sake in Osaka
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Popular among Visitors! SAVOR JAPAN Top 5 Popular Restaurants for Sushi and Seafood Cuisine
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Osaka, Where Well-Established Restaurants Cause a Buzz in the Gourmet World
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10 Restaurants in Umeda, Osaka for Events and Parties
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5 Restaurants in Kobe with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
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5 Restaurants in Osaka with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
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13 Recommended Cafes in Tennoji For Experiencing a Special Time
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15 Phenomenal Yakiniku Restaurants in Namba and Shinsaibashi
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Top 14 Restaurants Around Shin-Osaka Station
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15 Restaurants and Izakaya in Osaka Recommended for a Perfect Date
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Indulge Your Senses: 5 Top Osaka Steakhouse Restaurants for Brand Beef at the Counter
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Exploring the High-Class Japanese Cuisine of Teppanyaki
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One of Hyogo Prefecture's Top Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots! 5 Must-Visit Shops When Visiting Himeji Castle
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Experience the Summer Traditions of Kyoto! How to Enjoy the Enchanting Kamo River Noryo-Yuka
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10 Cafes in Kyoto with Free Wi-Fi
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Recommended for Lunch! Top 10 Must-visit Ramen Restaurants in Osaka
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15 Must-Try Sushi Restaurants in Osaka
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto with Private Rooms
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Tokyo's Popular Restaurant Takes Top Spot! Japanese Dominance with 14 Entries in “50 Top Pizza Asia Pacific 2023”
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Top 20 Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto
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13 Izakaya Around Shinsaibashi, Osaka
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Beat the Summer Heat with Hot Pot Dishes! Top Summer Hot Pot Picks in Osaka
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Ultimate Adult Date Spots! 5 Top-Ranked Deep-Fried Skewer Restaurants in Osaka, Offering Satisfying Flavors and Atmosphere
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[2019 Edition] The Best Spots and Restaurants in Japan for Viewing Cherry Blossoms
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5 Restaurants You'll Want to Visit Together with Old Shrines and Famous Temples in Kyoto
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13 Restaurants in Kyoto with Great Summer Cuisine
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Kanto vs Kansai: 6 Major Food Culture Differences
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Top 15 Japanese Restaurants Around Kyoto Station
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12 Delicious Hot Pot Restaurants in Nara to Visit on a Cold Winter
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15 Unmissable Izakaya Around Gion, Kyoto
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The top 5 authentic up-scale Sushi Restaurants in Osaka
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Walking Distance From Shinsaibashi! 20 Restaurants with Private Rooms in Namba, Osaka
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5 Japanese Restaurants with Atmospheric Private Rooms in Kyoto, the Ancient Capital
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15 Top Lunch Spots Around Shin-Osaka Station!
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Top 15 Restaurants in Namba, Osaka as Chosen by a Popular Japanese Gourmet Website
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Savor a Touch of Luxury! 5 Popular Yakiniku Restaurants in Namba, Osaka
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Enjoy a Full Day of Cherry Blossom Viewing in Kyoto According to a Kyoto Resident
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2 Great Cafes to Stop By for a Break When on a Stroll Around Kyoto
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Get Your Fill of Steak While Watching the Chef at Work! 5 Recommended Kobe Steak Restaurants in Sannomiya with Counter Seating
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5 Exclusive Restaurants Near Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto, Ideal for New Year's and Everyday Shrine Visits
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15 Affordable and Delicious Yakiniku Lunch Spots in Osaka
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Takeout and Delivery in Kyoto: Top 5 Western-style Restaurants
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A Guide to Yakitori, one of Japan's traditional delicacies!
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Top 11 Lunches at Osaka’s Food Paradise, Namba
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Enjoy Osaka's Popular Area with 5 Highly Recommended Restaurants in Umeda
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Historic Townhouses Turned Restaurants Nestled in the Center of a Historical Cityscape...
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Nara area, July 2019
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Kyoto Station, The Gateway to the Ancient Capital! Local Eats and Sights You Don't Want to Miss!
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Cap Off Kyoto's Gourmet Experience with Japanese Sake! Discover 5 Restaurants with Expert Sake Masters
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10 Muslim-friendly Halal Restaurants In Japan That Have Prayer Rooms And Equipment!
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Enjoy These 14 Izakaya and Restaurants in Umeda, Osaka with Your Travel Buddies!
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Amazing Restaurants to Visit on a Sightseeing Date Around Nara
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11 Delicious Cafes in the Umeda Area
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Delicious Must-Try Yakiniku Restaurants in Nara
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10 Top Restaurants in Osaka that Serve A Hearty Breakfast
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Ultimate Wagyu Spots! 15 Recommended Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, June 2019
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, May 2019
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30 Restaurants in Kyoto with Excellent Wine
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11 Lunch Options Near Shin-Osaka Station You Just Can't Miss!
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30 Delicious Steak Restaurants Around Kobe
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Best Yakiniku Around Tsuruhashi! 10 Popular Yakiniku Restaurants
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5 Sushi Restaurants You Should Visit When You Visit Osaka's Popular Entertainment District, Kita Area
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Simmered in Kanto, Grilled in Kansai! The Different Styles of Sukiyaki in Japan
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30 Recommended Lunch Spots in Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dotonbori
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Recommended by Locals - Top 13 Drinking Spots in Osaka That Serve Great Food
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5 Restaurants in Kyoto with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, January 2020
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Enjoy a Night Out in Tennoji, Osaka! 11 Restaurants with an All-You-Can-Drink Plan!
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15 Japanese Restaurants in Osaka that Serve Fresh Seafood
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Learn All About Kaiseki Cuisine Through These Must-Visit Kaiseki Restaurants
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Relish Rich Flavor: 5 Osaka Restaurants with Delectable Oysters
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9 Fancy and Delicious Restaurants for Your Foodie Break in Himeji
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Taste a Different Side of Kyoto! 12 Restaurants Filled With Unique Personalities
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Popular among Visitors to Japan! Top 5 Japanese Restaurants on SAVOR JAPAN
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13 Restaurants in Osaka That Are Perfect for a Special Night Out
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5 Select Luxurious Dining Spots in Namba, Osaka's Popular Area for a Taste of Extravagance
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, February 2019
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5 High-Class French Restaurants in Osaka for an Unforgettable Time with Someone Special
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Discover the Vibrant Nightlife of Japan! Izakaya Enjoyment Suggestions
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, October 2018
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20 Delicacies and Restaurants You Can't Miss in the Gourmet City of Osaka
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Top 15 Lunch Spots in Osaka for Fresh Seafood
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15 Izakaya in Kyoto with Private Rooms and Delicious Food
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10 Recommended Restaurants in Japan's Nara: From Luxury Restaurants to Local Eateries!
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Facts and Tips for Enjoying Hanami in Japan
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Dine in Elegance at the Counter! Discover 5 Exceptional Sushi Restaurants in Osaka, Catering to the Discerning Palates of Adults
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Restaurants Where You Can View Cherry Blossoms in Osaka and Kyoto
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From Authentic Kaiseki to Casual Italian Restaurants! 13 Lunch Spots Among the Countless Varieties Available in Nishi Umeda (Osaka)
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13 Restaurants in Osaka Recommended by Japanese Master Chefs
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Can't Speak Japanese? No Problem! 30 Restaurants in Kobe with Multilingual Menus
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15 Exceptional Lunches in Osaka for Under 1,000 JPY
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15 Izakaya Serving Kushikatsu, Renowned Food of Osaka
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Experience a unique high-color walk-and-eat while touring attractions in Kuwana, Mie
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The Ultimate Guide to Kyoto's Specialties and Where to Eat Them
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5 Awesome Lunch Places in Kyobashi, Osaka
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto Where You Can Eat Delicious, Fresh, and Juicy Yakitori
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Premium Delights! The Top 14 Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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Chosen by Locals! 15 of the Most Delicious Ramen Restaurants in Osaka
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15 Restaurants and Izakaya in Uji and Fushimi (Kyoto)
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17 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Osaka, as Recommended by Top Chefs in Japan [Japanese Cuisine Edition]
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[Osaka] 10 Restaurants for Shabu-Shabu and Sukiyaki in the Namba and Umeda Area
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29 Great Spots for Lunch in Kyoto
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Autumn Delights in Kyoto! Explore 5 Restaurants for Boiled Tofu and Yuba Pleasures
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13 Cheap and Delicious Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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[Osaka] 10 Recommend Wagyu Yakiniku Restaurants in Umeda, Namba, and Shinsaibashi
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Warm Up with Winter Delights! 5 Osaka Restaurants Serving Delicious Stewed Dishes to Savor
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Recommended Restaurants for Visiting While Embarking on a "Suzume" Pilgrimage throughout Japan
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, December 2019
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17 Outstanding Restaurants in Kyoto Selected by a Famous Japanese Gourmet Site
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After Sightseeing, a Drink! 10 Izakaya to Savor Japanese Food in Nara
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17 Perfect Vegetarian/ Vegan Restaurants in Osaka for Delectable Dishes
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29 All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants in Osaka That Are Good Value for Money
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Delicious Tempura Restaurants in Kyoto and the Surrounding Area
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One Day Kyoto Food and Sightseeing Guide from an Australian Living in Kyoto
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Enjoy the Sights and Flavors of Osaka in One Day
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06.27.2016
You can't keep your hands off tebasaki.
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Crispy yet juicy, sweet but spicy, tebasaki karaage (deep-fried chicken wings) are extremely popular throughout Japan. They go fantastic with beer and are hard to stop eating once you get started. Moreover, women know they're chock full of collagen that's good for their skin. Said to have originated from Aichi Prefecture, tebasaki are similar to buffalo chicken wings served in the West, but have a Japanese soy sauce base. There are variations on the recipe, but the most popular flavor is sweet and spicy. Why not try authentic tebasaki this summer in Aichi Prefecture!
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06.27.2016
Slurp your soba like a Japanese and feel the joy.
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Japanese slurp their soba (buckwheat noodles) because it tastes better that way. While enjoyed throughout the year, soba is especially satisfying when eaten cold in the summer. Japanese also eat soba on special occasions such as New Year's Eve and after moving to a new home. Soba restaurants were traditionally established in old renovated Japanese houses, but tachigui (stand-up) soba shops are now everywhere, even on train station platforms, reflecting soba's huge popularity. Always delicious, soba can be eaten with sake and hors d'oeuvres to brighten any occasion.
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06.27.2016
The luckiest vegetable in Japan. Nasu.
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Nasu (Japanese eggplant) became a symbol of happiness in Japan because its pronunciation is the same as for the word "achieve." There is even a popular idiom, "Mount Fuji first, hawk second and eggplant third" that ranks nasu third in the list of auspicious things that can appear in your first dream of the year. Nasu have been cultivated in Japan for the last 1200 years and are commonly eaten in homes as well as at restaurants. They taste great, whether grilled, boiled, baked or fried, and contain potassium that helps cool down your body in the hot summertime. We especially recommend eating them grilled as an appetizer with soy sauce, grated ginger and dried bonito flakes. Simply delicious!
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